STEVE 10X8 1999

Steve taught 2nd grade in AISD. He was a lovely person. An angel that lighted in my orbit for a brief time. He had a very calming effect on me. I pictured him as a young Mr Rogers. The rare
authentic person you occasionally meet. I had to repeat the 2nd grade. We had a lot to discuss.

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Working near the entrance of the Austin Children's Museum was a thing of pure joy. The kids wonder and excitement made me think of my own formative art experiences. Childhood is a time
of realizing the power and magic of art. I was blessed by parents that encouraged my talents. How they found the time to recognize and support me, with seven other kids, has always left me
grateful. This encouragement was reenforced by educators in elementary, jr. high, and high school. To this day I cannot type because Ms. Gerund (god bless her), at Johnston Junior High petitioned
to allow me two semesters of freshman art. My birthdays were always filled with art supplies and books. I wanted to be an artist at an easel. That is what I saw in those kids eyes....mini me.